Compensation Specialist

Hunt; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Damar Advantage

Tuition Assistance

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

PTO

Job summary

Damar is seeking a Compensation Specialist to administer compensation programs, maintain salary structures, and ensure equitable, market-aligned decisions.

This 100% onsite role on the SW side of Indianapolis partners with the Director of Benefits & Compensation to support salary recommendations, annual merit cycles, internal equity reviews, and comprehensive compensation reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• 3+ years in HR, compensation, payroll, accounting, finance, data analysis; 5+ years preferred.
• Experience with HRIS systems and compensation data preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
• Minimum age 18; valid Indiana driver's license if position requires driving.
• Background screening and pre-employment physical required.

Responsibilities

• Administers compensation programs, processes, and related activities.
• Maintains salary structures, pay grades, job levels, and compensation records.
• Conducts market pricing for new and existing positions using surveys and market data.
• Participates in compensation surveys and maintains current market information.
• Prepares compensation analyses and recommendations for review by leadership.
• Reviews compensation data to identify internal equity, pay compression, and other concerns.
• Supports compensation decisions related to hires, promotions, transfers, reclassifications and other pay changes.
• Partners with Talent Acquisition to support pay recommendations.
• Supports annual merit increases and organization-wide compensation processes.
• Maintains compensation-related position data and records.
• Reviews and classifies positions within Damar's job architecture.
• Assigns approved pay grades and job levels to positions.
• Prepares recurring and ad hoc compensation reports.

Skills

HRIS proficiency

Compensation

Data analysis

Payroll

Excel & reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HRIS software

Reporting tools

Job description

Location: 100% onsite in office, on the SW side of Indianapolis, IN

Employees at Damar aren't just part of a workforce - they're part of a mission-driven team making a real difference in people's lives.
Since 1967, Damar has been recognized across Indiana as one of the largest not-for-profit organizations and a leading provider of behavioral health and intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD) services. We foster a united, purpose-driven culture where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated to give their best. It's no surprise Damar has been named a Top Workplace for several years!

Ready to make a real difference?
Join us in empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or autism. Damar is looking for passionate Compensation Specialist. The Compensation Specialist supports the administration of Damar's compensation programs and processes. This position maintains salary structures, pay grades, compensation records, and market data while helping ensure compensation decisions are consistent, equitable, competitive, and aligned with Damar's compensation philosophy. The Compensation Specialist works closely with the Director of Benefits & Compensation to support salary recommendations, annual compensation processes, internal equity reviews, compensation reporting, and other compensation-related initiatives.

Here are just a few of the benefits you'll enjoy at Damar:

• Eligible for the Damar Advantage including discounts at Damar Health Services and Damar Pharmacy
• Comprehensive training in verbal intervention and physical management techniques
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance options
• Up to $3,000 per year in Tuition Assistance
• Save for your retirement with our 401(k) Plan Participation
• Take care of loved ones through our Damar provided Life Insurance and additional voluntary options
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance options
• Paid Holidays to spend time with loved ones
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for rest and renewal

Remarkable ways you will be making a difference:

• Administers compensation programs, processes, and related activities
• Maintains salary structures, pay grades, job levels, and compensation records
• Conducts market pricing for new and existing positions using approved compensation surveys and market data
• Participates in compensation surveys and maintains current market compensation information
• Prepares compensation analyses and recommendations for review by the Director of Benefits & Compensation
• Reviews compensation data to help identify internal equity, pay compression, and other compensation concerns
• Supports compensation decisions related to new hires, promotions, transfers, reclassifications, and other employee pay changes
• Partners with Talent Acquisition to support the development of appropriate and consistent pay recommendations
• Supports the administration of annual merit increases and other organization-wide compensation processes
• Maintains accurate compensation-related position data and position control records
• Reviews new and revised job descriptions and supports the evaluation and classification of positions within Damar's job architecture
• Assigns approved pay grades, job levels, and other compensation attributes to positions
• Prepares recurring and ad hoc compensation reports for HR and organizational leadership
• Analyzes compensation data and identifies trends to support organizational decision-making
• Provides support for broader Total Rewards initiatives, including benefits administration and related projects, as needed

What you need to be considered:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in human resources, compensation, payroll, accounting, finance, data analysis, or related analytical work, with direct compensation experience required. 5+ years of relevant experience preferred
• Experience working with HRIS systems and compensation data preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and reporting tools
• Minimum age of 18 per licensure requirement
• Valid Indiana driver's license and driving record that meets eligibility requirements of Damar's insurance carrier (for all positions requiring driving
• Be clear of any felony convictions, substantiated charges of neglect or other disqualifying criminal convictions
• Successfully complete a pre-employment physical
• Favorably meet and maintain Damar's background screening

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